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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Consulting

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Consulting

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: Consulting vs global baseline

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Consulting and target country all countries available compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Main takeaways

  • The Consulting segment averaged a 2.39% click-through-rate (CTR), about 32% above the global baseline (1.81%), signaling consistently above-market engagement.
  • Volatility was high: average month-over-month absolute change was 16.5% in Consulting vs 2.9% in the baseline.
  • Seasonality was pronounced: a December dip, a strong rebound into April (annual peak), steady summer, then a sharp September pullback.
  • Trend divergence: Consulting fell 21.8% from October to September, while the global baseline rose 20.1%. Consulting was above baseline in 11 of 12 months but finished below in September.

Selected data: Consulting, all countries available

  • Overall level
  • Average CTR: 2.39%
  • High: 3.11% (April 2025)
  • Low: 1.64% (September 2025)
  • Range: 1.47 percentage points (~62% of the average)
  • First-to-last change: -21.8% (from 2.09% in October 2024 to 1.64% in September 2025)
  • Volatility and notable moves
  • Average absolute month-over-month change: 16.5%
  • Biggest spike: +43.6% m/m in April 2025 (from 2.17% to 3.11%)
  • Other notable increases: +21.9% in January, +21.8% in February
  • Biggest dips: -37.8% in September 2025; -16.1% in March 2025; -14.4% in December 2024
  • Seasonal pattern
  • Q4 softness culminating in a December trough, a strong New Year rebound peaking in April, resilience through early summer, then a late-summer/September pullback.

How Consulting compares to the global baseline

  • Level comparison
  • Consulting average (2.39%) vs baseline (1.81%): +0.58 pp, or ~32% above market.
  • Peak comparison: 3.11% (Consulting) vs 2.12% (baseline), Consulting peak ~47% higher.
  • Floor comparison: 1.64% (Consulting) vs 1.67% (baseline), Consulting dipped slightly lower at the bottom.
  • Month-by-month positioning
  • Above market in 11 of 12 months. Largest outperformance in April: 3.11% vs 1.71% (+1.40 pp; ~81% higher).
  • Under market only in September: 1.64% vs 2.12% (-0.48 pp; ~23% below).
  • Stability
  • Baseline high: 2.12% (September 2025); low: 1.67% (February 2025); range: 0.44 pp (~25% of its average).
  • Baseline trend rose steadily through 2025 (+20.1% from October to September), contrasting with Consulting’s late-year decline.

Seasonal insights for marketers

  • In this period, CTR softened in December, surged through Q1 into an April high, stayed comparatively strong across spring and early summer, and then fell sharply in September. The Consulting segment tracked above global engagement most of the year but diverged lower at the end of the window.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consulting and all countries available helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Click-Through Rate (CTR) is the percentage of impressions that resulted in a click on the Facebook ad. In the Consulting industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. Geographic targeting affects ad costs based on market competition and user engagement in different regions. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. Why we use median instead of average We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

What is CTR and why does it matter for Facebook ads?

CTR (Click-Through Rate) is the percentage of people who click your ad after seeing it. It's calculated by dividing total clicks by total impressions, then multiplying by 100. A high CTR indicates your ad resonates with your audience and helps improve your relevance score, which can lower your overall costs.

What's the average CTR for Facebook ads in 2025?

The average Facebook ad CTR across industries sits around 0.90-1.10%. But there's significant variation. Your specific industry, audience targeting, and campaign objectives should determine your benchmark.

Why is my Facebook ad CTR consistently low?

Low CTR usually stems from poor audience targeting, weak creative, or a disconnect between your ad content and audience needs. Your ad might simply not be standingo out enough. Check if your visuals grab attention, your copy addresses clear pain points, and your audience targeting aligns with people genuinely interested in your offer.

Is CTR still a reliable metric for ad performance in 2025?

Yes—but only in context. High CTR is a signal that your creative works, but it doesn't guarantee conversions. Use it alongside other metrics like conversion rate to get the full picture.